Carolyn was the daughter of the late Bernard and Clara Schaefer and was preceded in death by her sister, Norma Sallee. Carolyn spent her childhood attending St Thomas Catholic Church and graduated from St. Agnes High School. As an adult she attended and raised her children at Christ the King Catholic Church
Carolyn is survived by their children Tom Sullivan (Sharon), Tim Sullivan (Jeanie), Marianne Cappel (Paul), Pam Wickham (Paul), Mike Sullivan (Ann), John Sullivan, and Suzanne Richards (Gary). She was preceded in death by their daughter, Colleen Nelson (Bill). Carolyn was blessed with 14 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren.
Carolyn dedicated her life to raising her family and especially enjoyed any opportunity to spend time with her large family. She was an avid crafter and collector.
Services will be held on Friday, April 1st at Christ the King Catholic Church, 5884 Crittenden Ave, Indianapolis with visitation at 10 AM and Mass at 11:00 AM. Carolyn will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband, Harold, at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, 9001 Haverstick Rd, Indianapolis.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to CYO Sports, 580 Stevens Street, Indianapolis 46203, where so many of their children and grandchildren grew up playing, coaching, and refereeing various sports.